Graduation with Leadership Honors
Wood Center – Division of Student and Enrollment Services
In order to recognize exemplary UAF student leaders, the Graduation with Leadership Honors distinction is
awarded each semester. As leaders among their peers, these students are commended for their service,
commitment, and achievements, which positively contribute to the quality of life in the UAF community.
Applications for Graduation with Leadership Honors are available in Wood Center and at
www.uaf.edu/leadership. Recipients are selected based on their exemplary leadership contributions, as
assessed by the UAF LIVE Program and the Graduation with Leadership Honors Selection Committee.
Recipients will be recognized with certificates and crimson cords which are to be worn with graduation
gowns. For more information, please contact the UAF Leadership Program at 474-1170 or via email at
leadership@uaf.edu.
Minimum Award Criteria

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of the application with projected graduation in the current
academic year. (Slightly lower GPA’s will be considered only in extraordinary situations; extraordinary
situations should be addressed in a separate document.)

Demonstrated leadership involvement in activities such as student government (ASUAF, Club
Council, and special appointments), clubs/student organizations, Residence Hall Association, student
employment, volunteer service, campus committees, civic involvement, and community and statewide
programs.

Demonstrated commitment to one’s own leadership development, such as, but not limited to,
participation in UAF LIVE program events (Coffee Conversations, Leadership Dates, Leadership
Lunches, and other activities sponsored by the UAF Leadership Program); the annual UAF Leadership
Conference; national and statewide leadership conferences, events, and activities; coursework or job
training specific to leadership.

Demonstrated contributions to the University of Alaska Fairbanks community; your application
should demonstrate how your leadership has positively impacted our campus.

No record of significant or sustained violations of the UAF Code of Conduct.

A professional application packet
Please note: Meeting the minimum award criteria does not guarantee being awarded Graduation with
Leadership Honors.
Application, 2009-2010
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2009-2010 Application Deadline
The application deadline for fall and spring graduates is April 2, 2010 at 5pm.
How to Apply
Applications should be delivered to the LIVE Program in Wood Center on or before the deadline. Please
include the following items in a professional application packet:

A signed copy of the application form.

A 2-page narrative describing your leadership contributions to UAF. Please discuss what being a
leader at UAF has meant to you, describe the most meaningful leadership role you have participated
in, and describe the positive impact your leadership has had on our campus community.

A comprehensive Leadership Activities Record (this form may be copied if necessary and must be
typed).

Two current letters of recommendation from people who can attest to your leadership ability and
your contributions to our campus community (recommendation letters must be written specifically
for this application and should address the leadership activities you mention in your application; an
original copy of each letter of recommendation must either be included in the application packet or
mailed directly to the Leadership Program by the deadline).

Submission of a resume is optional but should not take the place of any other part of the application
packet.

Please note that applications will be reviewed for their professional appearance. Please read the
application guidelines carefully to ensure you are in compliance of expectations.
Application
Name:
_________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________
Major:
Email: __________________________________
_________________________________________________
I, ________________________________________, ID# _______________________,
authorize the University Registrar to verify my enrollment and to release semester and cumulative GPA
information to the Graduation with Leadership Honors Selection Committee. I also authorize release of my
university employment records and release of any campus judicial records to the selection committee.
_______________________________________
Signature
_________________________
Date
Application, 2009-2010
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Graduation with Leadership Honors
Wood Center – Division of Student and Enrollment Services
Letter of Recommendation
To Whom It May Concern:
You have been asked to provide a recommendation for a student to receive Graduation with Leadership
Honors. In order to recognize exemplary UAF student leaders, the Graduation with Leadership Honors
distinction is awarded each academic year. As leaders among their peers, these students are commended
for their service, commitment, and achievements, which positively contribute to the quality of life in
the UAF community.
UAF Graduation with Leadership Honors Recipients are selected based on their exemplary leadership
contributions, as assessed by the UAF LIVE Program and the Graduation with Leadership Honors Selection
Committee. Recipients will be recognized with certificates and crimson cords which are to be worn with
graduation gowns.
In writing your recommendation, please comment on the student’s leadership abilities and address the
specific impact that you have seen as a result of the student’s involvement. The application deadline is April
2, 2010 at 5 pm. Thank you for your assistance in recognizing student leaders!
Minimum Award Criteria

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of the application with projected graduation in the current
academic year. (Slightly lower GPA’s will be considered only in extraordinary situations; extraordinary
situations should be addressed in a separate document.)

Demonstrated leadership involvement in activities such as student government (ASUAF, Club
Council, and special appointments), clubs/student organizations, Residence Hall Association, student
employment, volunteer service, campus committees, civic involvement, and community and statewide
programs.

Demonstrated commitment to one’s own leadership development, such as, but not limited to,
participation in UAF LIVE Program events (Coffee Conversations, Leadership Dates, Leadership
Lunches, and other activities sponsored by the UAF Leadership Program); the annual UAF Leadership
Conference; national and statewide leadership conferences, events, and activities; coursework or job
training specific to leadership.

Demonstrated contributions to the University of Alaska Fairbanks community; your application
should demonstrate how your leadership has positively impacted our campus.

No record of significant or sustained violations of the UAF Code of Conduct.

A professional application packet
Please note: Meeting the minimum award criteria does not guarantee being awarded Graduation with
Leadership Honors.
Application, 2009-2010
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Graduation With Leadership Honors
Activities & Events Record
NAME: ___________________________
Please make copies of additional pages if necessary. Responses must be typed.
Date(s)
Activity
Leadership Responsibilities
Contact Person/Email
Application, 2009-2010
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